Archer AX56
NewAX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router
- Next-Gen Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Speed: 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz band ensure smoother streaming and faster downloads.†
- Connect More Devices: OFDMA technology increases capacity by 4 times to enable simultaneous transmission to more devices.‡
- Ultra-Low Latency: Enables more responsive gaming and video chatting.
- Expanded Wi-Fi Coverage: Six high-gain external antennas and Beamforming technology combine to extend strong, reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home.
- TP-Link HomeShield: Enhanced security defends against the latest cyber threats.△
- Compatible with Alexa: Control your router via voice commands and make your life smarter and easier with Amazon Alexa.
- EasyMesh-Compatible: Flexibly creates a Mesh network by connecting to an EasyMesh-compatible router for seamless whole-home coverage.◇
"The Next Wave of
Home Connectivity"
AX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router
Archer AX56
Dual Band AX3000
Doubled Throughput
6×
High-Powered
Antennas
HomeShield
Gigabit Ports
EasyMesh
Blazingly Fast Gigabit Speed Can't Wait
Archer AX56 unlocks the full power of Wi-Fi
6 with blazing-fast Gigabit speeds of up to 3
Gbps. It is ideal for seamless streaming,
lag-free gaming, and connecting multiple
devices at once.‡
Expected Max Wireless Throughput (Mbps)
867 Mbps
Standard AC 2×2 - 80 MHz Channel
1201 Mbps
Wi-Fi 6 2×2 - 80 MHz Channel
2402 Mbps (Archer AX56)
Intel Wi-Fi 6 Gig+ Speed - 160MHz Channel
3× Faster
Your Security is Our Priority
With TP-Link HomeShield, enjoy advanced security features that deliver a safe environment that protects your family and network's data and privacy.△
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Home Network Scanner
Real-time network scanner to detect potential threats and security issues.
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Parental Controls
Manage time online and block inappropriate content to keep your family safe online.
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Quality of Service
Assign your favorite devices to have the fastest connections for top performance.
Create Whole Home Mesh WiFi
Archer AX56 is EasyMesh-compatible. If you have any dead zones at home, just add another EasyMesh router/range extender to further form your whole home multi-gigabit mesh WiFi. No more searching for a stable connection.◇
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WiFi Dead Zone Killer
Eliminate weak signal areas with WiFi coverage for the whole house
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Smart Roaming
Uninterrupted streaming when moving around your home
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One WiFi Name
No more switching WiFi network names
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Unified Management
Manage your whole home WiFi from the central node via the Tether app/Web UI
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Archer AX56 +
EasyMesh Devices -
Private IoT Network for More Security
Set up a separate WiFi for IoT devices and overlay HomeShield and advanced WPA3 encryption* to better protect the security of your home network and IoT devices.
Set Up in Minutes
Install the Tether app and simply follow the
on-screen directions. In just three easy steps your entire home can be blanketed in strong and reliable WiFi.
Learn more about the Tether app
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CONNECT
to a modem and power on both.
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DOWNLOAD
and launch the Tether app.
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CONFIGURE
by following the in-app instructions.
| Standards and Protocols | Wi-Fi 6IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHzIEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|
| WiFi Speeds | AX30005 GHz: 2402 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160)2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax) |
| WiFi Range | 2-3 Bedroom Houses 6× Fixed High-Performance AntennasMultiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasBeamformingConcentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi rangeHigh-Power FEMImproves transmission power to strengthen signal coverage |
| WiFi Capacity | High Dual-BandAllocate devices to different bands for optimal performanceOFDMASimultaneously communicates with multiple Wi-Fi 6 clientsAirtime FairnessImproves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupationDFSAccess an extra band to reduce congestion6 StreamsConnect your devices to more bandwidth |
| Working Modes | Router ModeAccess Point Mode |
| Network Security | SPI FirewallAccess ControlIP & MAC BindingApplication Layer GatewayHomeShield SecurityReal-Time IoT ProtectionMalicious Site BlockerIntrusion Prevention SystemDDoS Attack PreventionHome Network Scanner |
|---|---|
| Guest Network | 1× 5 GHz Guest Network1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| VPN Server | • OpenVPN Server• PPTP VPN Server• WireGuard VPN Server |
| WiFi Encryption | WPAWPA2WPA3WPA/WPA2-Enterprise |
| Ethernet Ports | 1× Gigabit WAN Port4× Gigabit LAN Ports |
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| Buttons | Wi-Fi/WPS ButtonPower On/Off ButtonReset Button |
| Power | 12 V ⎓ 1 A |
| Protocols | IPv4IPv6 |
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| Service Kits | HomeShieldLearn More> |
| EasyMesh | Mesh networking creates smooth, fast, stable roaming. Archer AX53 can flexibly build an EasyMesh network with EasyMesh-Compatible devices, which eliminates Wi-Fi dead zones, expand your network, and fill your entire home with high-speed Wi-Fi. Seamless Wi-Fi connections with one network name, one-click setting and flexible scalability. Learn More> |
| Parental Controls | HomeShield Parental Controls Custom ProfilesProfessional Content Filter LibraryFamily TimeBedtimeOff TimeTime RewardsFamily Online Time RankingPause the InternetWeekly and Monthly Reports |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IPStatic IPPPPoEPPTPL2TP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| Cloud Service | Auto Firmware UpgradeOTA Firmware UpgradeTP-Link IDDDNS |
| NAT Forwarding | Port ForwardingPort TriggeringDMZUPnP |
| IPTV | IGMP ProxyIGMP SnoopingBridgeTag VLAN |
| DHCP | Address ReservationDHCP Client ListServer |
| DDNS | TP-LinkNO-IPDynDNS |
| Management Features | Tether AppWebpageCheck Web Emulator> |
| Network Services Enabled by Default | Web Server Manage and configure device through web (HTTP/HTTPS) • Port: 80/443 Protocol: TCP DNS DNS • Port: 53 Protocol: TCP & UDP DHCP Server IP address assignment (DHCP) • Port: 67 Protocol: UDP App management Manage and configure device through app • Port: 20001 Protocol: TCP • Port: 30001 Protocol: TCP • Port: 20002 Protocol: UDP |
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| System Requirements | Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browserCable or DSL Modem (if needed)Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access) |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS |
| Environment | Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing |
| WiFi Transmission Power | CE: <20dBm (2.4GHz); <23dBm (5.15GHz~5.35GHz); <30dBm (5.47GHz~5.725GHz) |
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| WiFi Reception Sensitivity | 2.4GHz:11ac VHT20_MCS0:-96dBm11ac VHT20_MCS8:-74dB11ac VHT40_MCS0:-94dBm11ac VHT40_MCS9:-70dB11ax HE20_MCS0:-96dBm11ax HE20_MCS11:-66dBm11ax HE40_MCS0:-93dBm11ax HE40_MCS11:-63dBm5GHz:11ac VHT20_MCS0:-97dBm11ac VHT20_MCS8:-75dBm11ac VHT40_MCS0:-94dBm 11ac VHT40_MCS9:-70dBm11ac VHT80_MCS0:-91dBm11ac VHT80_MCS9:-67dBm11ac VHT160_MCS0:-88dBm11ac VHT160_MCS9:-63dBm11ax HE20_MCS0:-97dBm11ax HE20_MCS11:-66dBm11ax HE40_MCS0:-94dBm11ax HE40_MCS11:-63dBm11ax HE80_MCS0:-91dBm11ax HE80_MCS11:-61dBm11ax HE160_MCS0:-87dBm11ax HE160_MCS11:-58dBm |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 10.2 × 5.3 × 1.6 in (260.2 × 135 × 41.6 mm) |
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| Package Content | Wireless Router Archer AX56Power AdapterRJ45 Ethernet CableQuick Installation Guide |
†Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput, wireless coverage and number of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.
‡Use of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and its features including OFDMA, HE160, and TWT requires clients to also support corresponding features. The 160 MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5 GHz band in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions. Actual power reduction by Target Wake Time may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.
§The 802.11ax white paper defines standardised modifications to both the IEEE 802.11 physical layers (PHY) and the IEEE 802.11 Medium Access Control (MAC) layer as enabling at least one mode of operation capable of supporting improvement of at least four times the average throughput per station (measured at the MAC data service access point) in a dense deployment scenario.
☆Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.
◇TP-Link EasyMesh-Compatible products can network with other devices that use EasyMesh. Failed connections may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. The EasyMesh-Compatible function is still being developed on some models and will be supported in subsequent software updates.
△HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield for more information
*Use of WPA3 requires clients to support WPA3.
**This router may not support all the mandatory features as ratified in IEEE 802.11ax specification.
***Further software upgrade for feature availability may be required.